Programme
eWorld Purchasing & Supply is the UK’s most comprehensive forum for new innovations and technology applications within the procurement and supply chain function.
All delegates benefit from a complimentary programme of free keynotes, focused briefings, case studies and networking sessions, designed to deliver high-value content for senior purchasing and supply chain executives.
Click here to view the full programme for Day One
Click here to view the full programme for Day Two
PROGRAMME SUMMARY – BOTH DAYS |
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09:00 |
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Coffee & Pastries |
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09:30 |
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Opening Keynote
“Agile Procurement: A New Value Proposition for a Volatile World "
- Chris Sawchuk, Global Procurement Practice Leader, The Hackett Group
Kick off the day with a unique vision of the significant challenges ahead for purchasing & supply chain professionals around the globe. As the economic outlook remains highly unpredictable, find out how procurement needs to become more flexible than ever before. |
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10:20 |
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Innovation Briefings & Keynotes
Choose from a series of 30-minute seminars and keynotes on the latest developments and new innovations, covering key areas such as e-sourcing, e-invoicing, supplier development, spend management, outsourcing contracts, risk management, supply chain visibility, procurement skills and sustainability.
Daily sessions include expert speakers from SAP, Oracle, IBM, Invapay, PROACTIS, IIAPS, Spikes Cavell, asb law, Hays and many more of the industry’s leading thinkers – punctuated by regular comfort / coffee breaks. |
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13:15 |
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Lunch & Networking |
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14:00 |
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Lunchtime Keynote: State of the Nation
A high-level insight into the key drivers and inhibitors for the adoption of e-sourcing tools, presented by Andrew Douglas on behalf of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS). |
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Procurement Leaders: Case Studies
First-hand case studies on the experiences of leading private and public sector organisations:
Day One (28 Sept) – Tesco Bank, Reebok, Argos / Homebase, National Nuclear Laboratory and London Underground
Day Two (29 Sept) – Sainsburys, Xerox, London Underground and Surrey County Council
PLUS: Masterclass / Roundtable Sessions from Jon Hansen
Day One (28 Sept) – Special Masterclass: Supplier Development
Day Two (29 Sept) – Live Roundtable: Outsourcing Revisited |
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Meet The Speakers (Day One Only)
Finish your visit with an informal opportunity to meet speakers from throughout the day and network with other delegates over a complimentary glass of wine.
 PLUS your chance to win an Apple iPad in our special prize draw! |
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Event Closes (16:00 on Day Two) |
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Click here to view the full programme for Day One
Click here to view the full programme for Day Two
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RESERVE YOUR PLACE NOW!
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"As always, a very successful event, excellent topics, great speakers and brilliant choice of venue. We continue to support eWorld Purchasing & Supply and watch it prosper year on year."
Claire Arscott - Marketing Officer, The Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply |
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Click here to view the speaker biographies
| Please click here to view the programme from February 2010 |
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